PREGNANCY ASSOCIATED PLASMA PROTEIN A

The pregnancy-associated plasma protein A (PAPP-A) test measures the level of PAPP-A, a protein produced by the placenta during pregnancy, in the blood. This test is used in the first trimester of pregnancy to assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome and Edwards syndrome. Low levels of PAPP-A can indicate an increased risk of these conditions. The test is valuable for prenatal screening, guiding further diagnostic testing, and ensuring appropriate medical management to support a healthy pregnancy.